Reuben Kemboi Sugut v Republic [2019] KEHC 6241 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 6241
- Citation
- [2019] KEHC 6241 (KLR)
- Decided
- 11 June 2019
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TypeCriminal AppealPostureAppeal from conviction and sentenceCoramOLGA SEWE
Holding
The appeal is dismissed in its entirety. The sentences imposed by the trial court are confirmed.
Facts
The Appellant was charged with three counts of grievous harm and assault causing actual bodily harm. The Appellant denied the allegations and called witnesses in his defense.
Issues
- Whether the Appellant was the one who assaulted the complainants
- Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive
Reasoning
The trial court considered the relevant factors, including the circumstances of the offences and the Appellant's mitigation. The sentences were well thought out and reasonable.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Section 234 of the Penal Code
- Section 251 of the Penal Code
Cases cited (2)
- Ogalo s/o Owuora vs. Republic [1954] 21 EACA 270
- James v Republic [1950] 18 EACA 147
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